1995 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2007 Chevrolet Kalos
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 780 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Buick Roadmaster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Kalos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Roadmaster | 2007 Chevrolet Kalos | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Roadmaster | Kalos |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2490 mm |
